Cleaning Operative

Role Overview

This position involves maintaining high cleanliness standards within the Kent Police Buildings, covering areas such as office spaces, toilets, showers, kitchen zones, and cell blocks (excluding foul cells).

Work Hours

Working schedule rotates biweekly: Week 1 is Monday through Friday; Week 2 includes Monday to Wednesday off on Thursday and Friday, then working Saturday and Sunday.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out cleaning tasks adhering strictly to specified standards and scheduled timetables, including custody-related areas but excluding foul cells.
• Perform additional cleaning assignments as delegated by your supervisor.
• Maintain all cleaning tools and materials in a tidy and orderly condition.
• Keep confidentiality due to the sensitive nature of the environment at all times.
• Follow all company policies and operating procedures without exception.
• Use cleaning chemicals safely per COSHH regulations.
• Ensure proper handover of any unfinished tasks.

Required Skills and Experience

• Strong communication capabilities.
• Capability to work effectively under pressure.
• Superior time management skills.
• Detail-oriented and proactive approach to tasks.
• Able to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team.
• Proven experience working both individually and in a team environment.
• Understanding and knowledge of Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH).

Additional Requirements and Conditions

• Demonstrate flexibility to work weekends and public holidays as needed.
• Open to undertaking further suitable training opportunities.

About the Employer

OCS UK & Ireland is a leading provider of facilities management services with over 50,000 employees and turnover exceeding £2 billion. They specialize in cleaning, security, catering, and hard services, committed to enhancing the environments for their colleagues, clients, and communities with a foundation rooted in trust, respect, unity, and empowerment.

Employer Benefits

• Recognized as an award-winning employer, ranked 36th in a top companies list for 2025.
• Access to digital learning platforms for professional skill development.
• Exclusive retail discounts and wellbeing resources through an employee app.
• Opportunities for career advancement and acquiring qualifications.
• Flexible wage access options via digital payment systems (subject to contract specifics).

Equal Opportunity Statement

OCS values diversity and inclusiveness, encouraging applications from all individuals irrespective of background, gender, race, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, or nationality to build a broad and competent workforce.